Smaller in size than most of the mini-bottles you normally come across are the Underberg digestifs that have been very popular in some bars and breweries (Black Circle, Loom, Hop Station, and A Taproom for instance) for years. Casey at Hop Station Craft Beer Bar told me, “Underbergs are a must have in a craft beer bar. The sell better later in the evening after people drink sours. The people that know, know. But it is a lot of hand selling. To be honest, the staff do more ‘undies’ than anyone else.” It’s true, and while there might not be clubs for collecting Underberg bottles and caps, some bars have very impressive assemblage.
Here in Indiana, Walter bought a bunch of spirits shotskis at Total Wine to give out with Christmas gifts, but shotskis do have other functions. Recently, the popularity of high-end bourbons has given the drinker too many choices to make for a stocked bar. If you purchased a full bottle of all the bourbons to try to find one you really enjoy, you could end up spending up thousands of dollars on things you don’t like.
Underbergs contain just 0.67 ounces each, but they come in at a whopping 88 proof, which might account for why they are so popular. They are made of herbs from 43 different countries and are meant to settle the stomach, but they do well for giving you a buzz when all you choose to drink is Hamms.
The common 50ml bottle (1.7 ounce) can be used for hard spirits, liqueurs, or even wine (rarer). Most wine mini-bottles are usually 187-200 ml, making them 3x the size of a miniature bottle, and could hardly be confused with a true nip bottle. For that reason, somewhere along the way they picked up the name shotski. I like that name, and it’s the one I adopted for the mini-bottles (not to be confused with the skis that hold shot glasses for 3-4 people at once – shotskis). However, they can also be called shooters or travel bottles or min-bottles, or in the northeast and Scotland – nips.
The 1960s and 70s were really the prime time for shotskis, with airlines once handing them out for free and hotels stocking minibars. Later, some states had changes in rules for nips (Utah, Texas, etc.) based on basic alcohol laws and issues of the alcohol being used in the production of illicit drugs. Heck, shotskis have been banned in Utah since 1990.
Less Common Liquor Bottle Sizes
| Different Types of Bottles | Milliliters | Ounces |
| Magnum | 1500 ml | 50.7 oz |
| Jeroboam (double magnum) | 3000 ml | 101.4 oz |
| Rehoboam | 4500 ml | 152.1 oz |
Less common liquor bottle sizes include Magnum, Jeroboam, and Rehoboam. These larger sizes are mainly used for special occasions, such as weddings and parties, where a 1,500 to 4,500 ml bottle is great for large cocktail recipes or numerous cocktail pours. These liquor bottles are also commonly given as gifts during celebrations and holiday seasons.
There are various liquor bottle sizes available in the market, each catering to different needs and preferences. Whether your product is envisioned for consumers, wholesalers or retailers, there is something for every brand’s ideal bottle of liquor.
Vodka is usually packaged in standard bottle sizes, such as the miniature, split, pint, half-liter, liter, and magnum. The most common size for vodka is the half-liter.
Whiskey is often packaged in standard bottle sizes, such as the pint, half-liter, liter, and magnum. Whiskey bottles are also available in more unique sizes, such as the split and the magnum.
Gin is typically packaged in standard bottle sizes, such as the pint, half-liter, liter, and magnum. Gin bottles are also available in unique sizes, such as the split and the magnum.
Bourbon is usually packaged in standard bottle sizes, such as the pint, half-liter, liter, and magnum. Some bourbon brands also offer unique bottle sizes, such as the split and the magnum.
As we explored in this blog, liquor bottle sizes vary depending on the spirit and brand requirements. From standard sizes to unique ones, there are a wide range of options to choose from. Whether stock or custom, TricorBraun has the expertise and resources to source or design glass and plastic liquor bottles to fit your needs.
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FAQ
What are liquor containers called?
What are those little bottles of alcohol called?
What is a portable liquor container called?
What is the point of an alcohol flask?
What are the different types of liquor containers?
Just add a few juices and spirits and you’ve got yourself a delicious drink. In the alcoholic beverage industry, there are a variety of different containers used to hold and dispense liquor. The most common types of liquor containers are bottles, cans, kegs, growlers, barrels, and casks. Bottles are the most common type of liquor containers.
What is the difference between alcoholic drinks and non-alcoholic drinks?
The difference is that alcoholic drinks are made with alcohol, and are not good for health as they can cause illness and mental damage.
How are beer containers selected?
Each container is selected based on factors including portability, shelf life, and the type of beer it holds. While bottles and cans are ubiquitous, lesser-known containers such as casks also play a crucial role in beer packaging; their historic use resonates with the age-old process of beer storage and aging.
What is the most popular alcoholic bottle?
The most popular alcoholic bottle is arguably beer, with many varieties available both in bottles and cans, as well as on draft. Beer has been around for centuries and its popularity continues today, with many different styles of beer—from pale ales to IPAs to stouts—appealing to different types of beer drinkers.